Republic of Zambia
Ministry of Labour and Social Security
Press Release (For Immediate Release)
LUSAKA TELECOM SOLUTIONS COMPANY FINED K80,000 FOR UNDERPAYMENT OF WAGES, MULTIPLE LABOUR LAW VIOLATIONS
Lusaka, Zambia, 19th November, 2025-The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has slapped an K80,000 administrative penalty on Lusaka Telecom Solution Company for underpayment of wages, lack of employment policies, and failure to attest employees contracts of employment.
This follows an integrated inspection conducted at the company, led by Assistant Labour Commissioner for Lusaka Province, Ellen Moyo. The inspection was initiated following reports of poor conditions of service at the company.
Among the violations established were; failure to issue payslips, contrary to Section 105 of the Employment Code Act (ECA) No. 3 of 2019, non-attested employment contracts, contrary to Section 25 of the ECA and failure to register as an employer with the Office of the Labour Commissioner, despite having a workforce of over 400 employees.
Other violations were underpayment of wages, contrary to Statutory Instruments No. 49 and 50 of 2023, lack of employment policies, contrary to Section 95 of the ECA.
As a remedial measure the company has been directed to begin issuing payslips effective November month-end 2025, and submit all employment contracts for attestation at the Labour Office.
Telecom Solution Company has also been directed to register as an employer with the Labour Commissioner, ensure all employment policies are made available to employees and regularise remuneration for all workers earning below the statutory minimum wage through contract addendums.
Employers are urged to comply with the provisions of the Employment Code Act, as non-compliance attracts administrative penalties, possible prosecution, and further enforcement measures, depending on the gravity of the offence. The Ministry will continue to scale up inspections, both scheduled and impromptu, to safeguard workers’ welfare and uphold labour standards.
Issued by:
Mwaka Ndawa(MS)
Principal Public Relations Officer
Ministry of Labour and Social Security
